Project SkyPower

Project SkyPower brings together 14 CEOs and over 40 companies from across the aviation and energy value chains, united in a shared goal: scaling e-SAF production in Europe. This philanthropically funded initiative showcases a diverse coalition of industry leaders, including airlines and airports (Air France-KLM, easyJet, SAS - Scandinavian Airlines, private jet service Victor, and Copenhagen Airports A/S), supply-side companies and e-SAF producers (Arcadia eFuels, Velocys, Topsoe, SkyNRG, and Technip Energies), and financial institutions (ING, Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking, Rockton, and KGAL GmbH & Co. KG (KGAL)). By combining expertise across the value chain, Project SkyPower is committed to breaking barriers, accelerating innovation, and ensuring Europe leads the global charge in sustainable aviation solutions. Discover the full list of participating organisations and learn more about our mission here: https://lnkd.in/dvjPmTMc #eSAF #SustainableAviation #Decarbonisation #Leadership

We are thrilled to announce that SAS - Scandinavian Airlines joins Project SkyPower's urgent mission to scale e-SAF in Europe this decade, increasing airline representation to over 10% of European passenger aviation. This is more than a milestone—it’s momentum. With less than two years to get first large-scale e-SAF projects to Final Investment Decision (FID), strong airline leadership is essential to scaling e-SAF in time to meet 2030 mandates. SAS President and CEO Anko van der Werff is adding his voice to SkyPower’s coalition of 14 CEOs, calling for regulatory certainty and targeted public support—critical steps to unlocking financing and breaking ground on Europe’s first large-scale e-SAF plants by 2026. SAS’s commitment to lead strengthens SkyPower’s offtaker presence and sends another powerful signal: airlines are ready to deliver on the demand side of the e-SAF equation. With over 40 members from across aviation and energy sectors, Project SkyPower is laying the groundwork for a competitive e-SAF sector in Europe—our members are leading the way. See press release here: https://lnkd.in/dSg7vSzV

We have less than two years to bring the first-of-a-kind e-SAF plants to Final Investment Decision (FID) if we want to meet the 2030 regulatory mandates and secure a leadership in the aviation sector.   Meeting these ambitious targets requires immediate action. To comply with regulations and ensure scalable e-SAF production, we need to start construction on large-scale plants by 2026. Achieving FID by the end of next year is critical to staying on track. Delays could put progress toward decarbonising aviation—and achieving crucial climate goals—at risk.   At Project SkyPower, we’re addressing the challenges head-on. Our recent analysis identifies the barriers and the necessary steps to fast-track deployment of e-SAF projects. By acting decisively now, we can unlock Europe’s potential to lead the world in sustainable aviation solutions.   The time to act is now. Let’s ensure the aviation industry is ready to meet the demands of the future.   Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/dzxE2fJH   #eSAF #SustainableAviation #Decarbonisation #Leadership

Project SkyPower has united over 40 leading organisations from across the European aviation ecosystem with a shared vision of making eSAF a commercial reality this decade. Carbon Clean is proud to support the scaling of eSAF and develop operational first-of-a-kind plants. There are less than two years to get the first large-scale eSAF projects to Final Investment Decision (FID) in order to meet 2030 eSAF mandates. Innovative #carboncapture solutions, like our modular and columnless CycloneCC technology, will be vital in meeting the required #eSAF volumes and a more sustainable future in #aviation. Find out more below: ⬇️ https://hubs.la/Q02Ykyl40

We at Nordic Electrofuel are super proud to be one of the few members of the Project SkyPower producing e-SAF before 2030 in our plant at Herøya Industripark AS! The report ist a great analysis of the current situation and a must-read for policy makers to get a comprehensive 360°-stakeholder-view!

🌍 Cleantech in Iberia: Spotlight on Portugal 🇵🇹 I had the pleasure of spending two days in Portugal with Cleantech for Iberia, meeting with João Rui Ferreira State Secretary for Economy and Maria João Pereira State Secretary for Energy and joining the #websummit. Hearing and seeing firsthand how Portugal is not only setting ambitious climate targets—like achieving 81% renewable energy by 2035—but also taking concrete actions to get there. Here’s how Portugal is walking the talk: 💸 Targeted Capital for Deep Tech Innovation: Today’s announcement from the Minister of Economy Pedro Reis revealed a new €100M deep tech fund, with €50M of public funding, aimed at accelerating breakthroughs in clean energy and tech. ✅ Innovation in Permitting: Portugal is pioneering a one-stop-shop permitting process to streamline project approvals, a critical step to attracting investment and accelerating project timelines in the cleantech sector. Hugo Carvalho 📅 Forthcoming Strategies: An energy storage roadmap and a green industrial strategy are on the horizon, demonstrating Portugal’s proactive approach to building a resilient, low-carbon energy system. Rondo Energy REGA ENERGY and Long Duration Energy Storage Council (LDES Council) ✈️ Decarbonizing Aviation: Portugal’s Alliance for Aviation Decarbonization has the potential to unlock funding for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) plants, including through favorable tax policies. Project SkyPower ⚡ Supporting Electro-Intensive Industries: With electricity tax reductions in the pipeline, Portugal aims to support its electro-intensive industries and keep them competitive on the global stage—a recommendation echoed in #Mario Draghi’s competitiveness report. 🚀 Growing Venture Capital Ecosystem: Portugal’s VC landscape is vibrant and expanding, with impactful investors like maze impact, #Hcapital and Portugal Ventures driving growth in cleantech entrepreneurs and companies. Luís Rebelo Ana Campos and Bianca Dragomir (at #cop29) at Cleantech for Iberia thank you for your invaluable insights over these past two days. And what a thrill to come back to the #websummit and to talk onstage about Breakthrough Energy and #insights on game changing cleantechs. 🌱 Portugal is poised to become a cleantech powerhouse. With the right policy frameworks, innovative public processes, and targeted funding, the country is setting a strong example for sustainable growth and to become a leading #cleanenergy hub for Europe. ✍️👉Let’s keep the momentum going—there’s a lot to learn and celebrate here in Iberia!

Project SkyPower is a great step towards making #SustainableAviationFuel more accessible. This initiative can really help #airports and #airlines work together to lower #CO2emissions. Exciting to see real progress in this area!

New Tool from Project SkyPower: Open-Source Model for e-SAF Economics ✈️ #ProjectSkyPower is pleased to share the techno-economic modelling behind our recent Insights Report analysis with the aim of bringing transparency to the economics of e-SAF production in Europe. This bottom-up cash flow model, developed in collaboration with industry experts and using open-source data, simulates project-level economics for e-SAF production in various countries across Europe. 🔹 Fully customisable: Adjust key parameters like production pathway (RWGS-FT vs. MtJ), financing structure, and plant setup to explore what drives costs and financial viability. 🔹 Highlights required levers for bankability: See key outputs like levelised cost of production, IRR/NPV, and payback period under different scenarios, and test key policy and market levers that impact project bankability. This tool is designed to encourage informed, collaborative discussions across the e-SAF value chain. Access the tool via our website: https://bit.ly/4hOC3YP For more info, contact us at secretariat@project-skypower.org #Aviation #Sustainability #e-SAF

Industry leaders Marjan Rintel, Amy Hebert and Paul Polman, have come together to form Project SkyPower, an urgent mission to make e-SAF a commercial reality this decade and secure a lower emissions future for the aviation industry. Europe has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to become a global leader in e-SAF technology. By scaling this innovative fuel, we can unlock commercial benefits, create new jobs, and secure the future of the 14 million jobs already tied to aviation. The e-SAF industry presents a potential €80+ billion market opportunity in Europe by 2050. Beyond aviation, this breakthrough fuel will have spillover benefits for the decarbonisation of industries like shipping, steel, and fertiliser production. Let’s seize this chance to lead the way globally. #ProjectSkyPower #EuropeanLeadership #GreenEnergy #FutureOfAviation Air France-KLM Arcadia eFuels

We have less than two years to get first large-scale e-SAF projects to Final Investment Decision (FID) in order to meet 2030 e-SAF mandates. With the project development timelines shown, we need to start breaking ground on first large-scale e-SAF projects by 2026, hence FID needs to be reached by end of next year. Any delays could mean missing mandated targets for e-SAF production—jeopardising progress towards critical climate targets. Achieving this timeline is critical for reducing emissions from mid-to-long haul flights and securing Europe’s leadership in clean aviation technology. Project SkyPower’s report outlines vital actions needed to overcome barriers and achieve scale, ensuring Europe realises the strategic and climate benefits of e-SAF. Access the full ‘Accelerating the take-off for e-SAF in Europe’ report here: https://lnkd.in/dzxE2fJH Now is the time to act.. #eSAF #ProjectSkyPower #Aviation #FID